1. Today is a new day So yesterday was a bad day and maybe so was the previous week or yesterday was good and so was the previous week, however today is a new day. It’s yet another day to make progress and change whatever I want to change and be whoever I want to be. The bad won’t last, the good won’t either, so I must do my best today....
The majority of the reward programs rely on using a barcode printed on a card or keyring tag to tie your purchases to an account. By signing up you agree to allow them to track your purchases and in exchange, you get some type of reward. Unfortunately, if do a lot of shopping you probably have a keyring filled with tags. Save Yourself From Carrying 10 Reward Cards Around The Key Ring Reward Card App was created as an answer to the problem of having multiple reward cards and keychain tags for all of the store reward programs you have signed up for....
The word processors on our computers help us get more organized and write without crossing out words or paragraphs. However, it’s not always beneficial to forget about the ideas that seemed wrong; they might lead you to another dimension of the story that could make it deeper and cooler. What can we learn from the practices of famous writers? If you have troubles writing a story, a paper for school, or even a book, any Internet tutorial will tell you the same: plan your ideas, write an outline and stick to it....
When you only drink water as your primary beverage, outstanding things can happen. Undertaking a special water regimen is not easily achievable for some, but positive consequences are possible. Here’s what can happen when you drink only water for 30 days, without changing your diet or exercise routine. Your mental creativity and performance will be boosted When you drink only water for 30 days, your brain reacts faster, according to the Frontiers in Human Neuroscience Journal....
For those of you fortunate enough to have learnt Spanish (or be learning Spanish), the benefits may outweigh those offered by learning other languages. For one, Spanish is no longer considered a foreign language. There are 38 million people in the US alone speaking Spanish, and HIspanics will make up 30% of the population in the US by 2050. In addition, Spanish is spoken in 20 countries today, with 44 countries containing at least 3 million Spanish speakers....
Let me start by saying that it’s perfectly alright to feel lost. It’s alright not to have the latest gadgets and gizmos. It’s alright not to be doing what everyone else is doing – or even wanting to do what everyone else is doing. It’s alright to feel as though you’re drowning in a world of expectation. It’s alright to want to travel instead of going to university. It’s alright not to do either of those things....
Specifically, a small body of research suggests that, for many people, sleeping on the left side may be the ticket to better health and better sleep. The theory stems from Ayurveda, a holistic approach to health and medicine that originated in India. So why all the fuss about sleeping on the left side? Turns out it may be good for our digestion, our backs, and even our hearts due to the positions of different organs....
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Let me show you 8 reasons why you should look to avoid what’s been called “The Real Thing” (despite how amazing I thought the Coke ad was in the last episode of Mad Men). First, let’s set the stage. History Of Coke Coca Cola was invented by Civil War survivor John Pemberton. After being wounded in battle, he became addicted to morphine and was looking for a substitute. Coke started out as a coca wine....
Read on to See How Cozzolino’s Pizza Story can Inspire You! It all started after he’d moved to the United States in 2011 from Naples, Italy to work at a high-end Italian restaurant. Overcome by the worries of such a major life change, Cozzolino began stress-eating lots of cookies and soda. Between his arrival in NYC and early 2012, his weight had increased from about 250 to 370 pounds. At this point, Cozzolino knew he had to make a change....
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Imagine two circles that aren’t connected with each other in any way. The one is small and normal, and the second one significantly bigger and superior. The first circle represents the comfortable life full of relaxing, browsing the Internet, lying all day in bed on the weekends and consuming countless amounts of your favorite chocolate. It’s the symbol of a life spent in the comfort zone. On the first glance, it may seem rainbows and unicorns, but in reality, it’s a circle which guarantees you nothing but regrets....
In this 5 minute video, Dr. Barbara Fatum offers practical tips for all of us do a better job with our feelings, including ideas on how to teach this invaluable skill to children — here’s the video. Easy Tips for Controlling Emotions 1. Change your perspective Emotions, even challenging ones like anger, fear and jealousy, are there for a reason! They’re messages from you to you — there’s wisdom. Instead of “controlling” the emotions, control your behavior....
Matt Krumrie introduces Tom Gegax’s time-management principles which suitable to managers . Gegax bases his time-management principles on the “six D’s”: don’t do it, delay it, deflect it, delegate it, do it imperfectly and do it. Matt also shares Laura Stack’s caution on multitasking, especially managers who has many tasks at hand, which may prevent you to get things completed. For instance, many seemingly urgent tasks disappear if you don’t do them or delay them, he says, leaving you more time and energy to focus on the tasks that matter....
In today’s fast-paced world, research shows more and more people are persistently feeling “time poor.”[1] While time poverty to some people may not seem as important as material poverty, time poverty causes several negative implications from lower well-being, physical health, and productivity that cannot be ignored. Nearly 50% of Americans report feeling they “don’t have enough time these days”, according to a 2015 Gallup poll.[2] And yet, despite constantly feeling like there’s not enough time in the day, many continue to work long hours, sacrificing valuable time with friends and family in the hopes of finally catching up on their busy schedules....
I was faced with such a situation in September, and had to look at making a change. And after looking at all thatt was going on in my life, I came to the decision that it was time to say goodbye to the position of Managing Editor at Lifehack. This wasn’t a decision I came to lightly…by any means. There were a number of factors that led to my decision, but the primary one was that my obligations were getting out of whack....
Why Do People Become Nomads? There are three reasons why people become nomads: 1. Boredom, Desire to Change Some just get fed up with their current lifestyle and need a makeover. Independent of reason, many nomads believe giving up on possessions and packing your life in a backpack is the answer they seek. “Less is more” suddenly has a new meaning. So ask yourself: Am I happy with what I currently have?...
Purchase Winter Tires If you live in an area that has multiple major snowfalls annually, winter tires are a must. Winter tires are built with softer rubber than traditional tires, which provides better traction in the snow and ice. Adding snow tires allows you to handle your car better and stop more rapidly on snow and ice. Taking this step could easily prevent a major accident. Although these tires will cost you some money, the added safety that they provide is well worth it....
1. Stop materialism in its tracks We live in a materialistic society filled with gadgets and ultra-cool toys, but that doesn’t mean we have to support materialism. We need to train our kids to value friendships, quality time, and life experiences above objects. Instead of rewarding our child with a new toy if they behave during that office visit, let’s offer a trip to the park, reading their favorite story together, or our undivided attention for an hour of play....
If you’re short on cash but want to jump start your new fitness routine, try downloading MyFitnessPal now. This free fitness accessory is an app that can help you track calories, carbs, protien and how many calories you burn when you work out. This makes it really easy to ensure you burn more calories than you consume, which is the main key in losing weight, whether you want to work out more or just eat less....
